What is meant by revolving door restrictions?

Revolving door restrictions refer to regulations designed to prevent individuals from exploiting the connections and insider knowledge they gained while working in government for private sector gain. This is particularly relevant for former government officials engaging in lobbying or working with their previous agencies after leaving their public sector roles.

The restrictions are intended to promote ethical conduct and prevent conflicts of interest, ensuring that decisions made within government are not unduly influenced by the interests of former employees who may now represent private companies. This helps maintain public trust in government operations and decision-making processes.

Such regulations may include specific waiting periods or limitations on the type of lobbying activities that former officials can engage in after departing from their governmental positions, reinforcing the integrity of government and the principle that public service should prioritize the public interest over private advantage.